Deep Creek Hot Springs Water Temperature Today
Deep Creek Hot Springs, a natural swimming hole in California, United States. The water warms into the mid-20s °C and holds it through the swim season, and is mild even in winter.
In August Deep Creek Hot Springs averages about 26°C, peaking near 26°C in July, August, September and dropping to roughly 14°C at its coldest.
River and swimming-hole temperatures are modelled from long-term monthly averages and refined with live air temperature, wind and UV. Moving water reacts faster to the weather than a lake or the sea.
Deep Creek Hot Springs water temperature by month
| Month | Average water temperature | Swimming |
|---|---|---|
| January | 14.8°C | cool |
| February | 14.0°C | cool |
| March | 14.8°C | cool |
| April | 17.0°C | mild |
| May | 20.0°C | warm |
| June | 23.0°C | warm |
| July | 25.2°C | hot |
| August | 26.0°C | hot |
| September | 25.2°C | hot |
| October | 23.0°C | warm |
| November | 20.0°C | warm |
| December | 17.0°C | mild |
Deep Creek Hot Springs swim conditions FAQ
What is the water temperature in Deep Creek Hot Springs right now?
In August the water in Deep Creek Hot Springs averages about 26°C. We refine that long-term average with today's air temperature, because this swimming hole responds quickly to the weather.
When is the best time to swim in Deep Creek Hot Springs?
The comfortable swim season — 18°C or warmer — runs through May, June, July, August, September, October, November, with the warmest water in July, August, September at around 26°C.
Can you swim in Deep Creek Hot Springs in winter?
Yes, but winter temperatures drop to roughly 14°C. Below 12°C, cold-water shock is the main risk: enter slowly, never swim alone, and limit time in the water.
Is Deep Creek Hot Springs safe for swimming?
Moving and inland water carries different risks from the sea: check flow after rain, avoid weirs and undercut banks, look for submerged rocks before jumping, and respect local access rules and water-quality notices.
Water safety tips
- Check the flow rate after heavy rain — inland water can rise and speed up within hours.
- Never jump before checking depth and submerged rocks; levels change through the season.
- Enter slowly to control cold-water shock, and get out before you start shivering.
- Swim with someone else and agree an exit point downstream before you start.
Swim season here: May, June, July, August, September, October, November.
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